Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in multiple "p" commands in IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments to (1) penable or other hard-linked files including (2) pdisable, (3) pstart, (4) phold, (5) pdelay, or (6) pshare.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15636PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014132
- http://www.caughq.org/advisories/CAU-2005-0006.txtVendor Advisory
- http://www.security-focus.com/advisories/8684PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13915Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15636PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014132
- http://www.caughq.org/advisories/CAU-2005-0006.txtVendor Advisory
- http://www.security-focus.com/advisories/8684PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13915Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2233?
CVE-2005-2233 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in multiple "p" commands in IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments to (1) penable or other hard-linked files includi...
How severe is CVE-2005-2233?
CVE-2005-2233 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2233?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.